NEET Physics Gravitational Potential Energy MCQ Question
Which combination of statements about gravitational potential energy is correct?
The gravitational potential energy is always negative when considering two masses at a finite distance apart.
Gravitational potential energy approaches zero as the distance between two masses approaches infinity.
The total gravitational potential energy in a system is the sum of potential energies of all individual pairs.
Gravitational potential energy increases as two masses move closer together.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Statement B is correct because gravitational potential energy is defined to be zero at infinite separation. Statement A is misleading as potential energy can be defined as negative but is not always negative. Statement C is accurate, but statement D is incorrect as potential energy decreases (becomes more negative) when two masses come closer.
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